Crisp spring air, lush summer forests, brilliant fall foliage and serene snow in winter — that’s what a year of living in Pennsylvania’s Allegheny Township can bring. From meandering trails through the nearby state game area to backwoods roads leading to log cabins, the Allegheny Township offers homebuyers an escape from the city. Wendy Kelly of Berkshire Hathaway The Preferred Realty says tranquility is one of the neighborhood’s biggest draws. “People want to be in the middle of nowhere,” she says. “It’s a lifestyle choice.” Located about 60 miles outside downtown Pittsburgh, this rural township sits between the petite borough of Eau Claire and the winding Allegheny River. Sprawling swaths of undeveloped land offer buyers a blank canvas on which to build. At the same time, rustic ranch-style homes invite growing families to settle into a lifestyle surrounded by thick forests.
Homes on remote, multi-acre lots
Those attracted to living at a slower pace all year or just want a summer getaway surrounded by nature will have options in Allegheny Township. “Some of the properties have a lot of acreage and even a small lake here or there, so it can be a nice spot for a second home,” says Realtor Kelly Raitano with RE/MAX Select Realty. In private communities such as Squaw Valley Woodlands, there are a variety of cabin and ranch-style homes on acre lots, and homeowners have access to the community’s private lake. This may be the only community in the township where neighbors are within view, though, as the area’s remaining homes sit on remote, multi-acre parcels connected by paved but bumpy single-lane roads. “Most residents have lived here for a long time, so the market can be very slow,” Raitano says. Homes in this area generally range in price from about $200,000 to $400,000. Other houses in the area include single-family homes. The CAP Index crime score is 1 out of 10, which is the lowest possible score and lower than the national average of 4.
This single-story farmhouse sits on a quiet, multi-acre lot in Allegheny Township.
This Cape Cod home is nestled among rolling hills in rural Allegheny Township.
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Small class sizes in the Allegheny-Clarion Valley School District
Students attend schools in the Allegheny-Clarion Valley School District in the neighboring borough of Foxburg. With less than 1,000 students, the district is known for its small class sizes and individualized instruction. From kindergarten through sixth grade, students will attend Allegheny-Clarion Valley Elementary School, which has a C-plus grade on Niche. In seventh grade, students will transition to the Allegheny-Clarion Valley High School, which earns a C rating. High school students are required to volunteer in the community and either visit a college or shadow a professional as part of their graduation requirements.
Allegheny-Clarion Valley Elementary School is a public school serving local students.
Allegheny-Clarion Valley High School has an overall rating of a C on Niche.
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Hunting and fishing at State Game Lands No. 095
There are opportunities to hunt throughout the year at the six State Game Lands No. 095 sites in Butler County. Covering almost 10,000 acres in total, these woodland and wetland habitats are home to two lakes, about 6 miles of hiking and biking trails and a healthy population of white-tailed deer, wild turkey and waterfowl. The state also stocks the land annually with ringneck pheasants and various fish. Just a few miles north of the township is Hughes Park, an Emlenton borough park with a playground and a splash pad. The Foxburg Country Club lies just east of the Allegheny River, and it is home to one of the country’s oldest golf courses.
The Allegheny River provides recreation for the Allegheny Township fishermen.
Situated along the Allegheny River, Allegheny Township is an easy drive to Pittsburgh.
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Dining beside the river at the Allegheny Grille
Community members can drive into nearby Foxburg for a bite to eat. There is a compact downtown area along the borough’s Main Street. Foxburg Pizza serves everything from griddled breakfast plates to hearty meatball subs. The Foxburg Wine Cellars have a small seating area for wine tasters to relax. Across the street, the Allegheny Grille’s large picture windows and waterside patio overlook the river. Locals can do their shopping at the Emlenton IGA just a short drive north of the township. The indoor Clearview Mall in Butler is about 20 miles away, and it has Boscov's department store and several restaurants, including Texas Roadhouse.
The Allegheny Grille is a favorite spot to enjoy views of bald eagles in Allegheny Township.
Allegheny Township folks gather at the Allegheny Grille for river views over lunch.
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Car-dependent community within 60 miles of Pittsburgh
Residents depend on cars for travel, and the two-lane state Route 58 bisects the community. Interstate 80 runs across the northern portion, allowing for east-west travel. Pittsburgh is about 60 miles south, and the Pittsburgh International Airport is around 80 miles away. The closest emergency rooms are in the Grove City Medical Center and Clarion Hospital, which are about 25 miles west and east, respectively. The area gets upwards of 30 inches of snow per year, on average, and roads can be narrow and unevenly paved, so many drivers choose vehicles with four-wheel drive.
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Parks in this Area
Bruin Borough Community Park
Petrolia Community Park
Eau Claire Ballfield
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Allegheny Township
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Allegheny Township, Eau Claire sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Allegheny Township, Eau Claire over the last 12 months is $188,500, down 39% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This income-producing property features a tenant-occupied double-wide home (3 bed, 1 bath) with a one-car garage. The 12-acre front field has drain work for tillable use. A gated trail crosses a small stream, leading to apple trees and a screened 1+ acre food plot. Warm-season grasses and natural succession growth provide excellent wildlife cover. A strategically designed wood plot enhances
Tucked away on a quiet dead-end road, this small but inviting camp offers the perfect balance of seclusion and convenience. Surrounded by nature, it provides a private retreat while remaining just minutes from State Game Lands 95, making it an ideal spot for hunting, hiking, and outdoor adventures. The Allegheny River is also close by, offering easy access to fishing, kayaking, and scenic views.
Good building lot in established industrial park, good access to I-80 Utilities available, leve.l. Ideal for any type of occupancy manufacturing, office, warehouse.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
682
Median Age
47
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
19.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$54,054
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$66,925
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.7%
College Graduates
11.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4%
% Population in Labor Force
54.8%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
34''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
24/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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